Oct 11, 2021 · Explanations about what cancer is, how cancer cells differ from normal cells, and genetic changes that cause cancer to grow and spread.

A cancer is always referred to by the stage it was given at diagnosis, even if it gets worse or spreads. New information about how a cancer has changed over time is added to the original …

May 14, 2025 · There is some evidence that inherited cancer-related genetic changes, often called germline mutations, may bear some responsibility for the growing number of early-onset …

A fact sheet about genetic testing for inherited cancer risk. Includes who should consider testing, and how to understand test results.

Oct 30, 2024 · Many people want to know if they can fight cancer by eating certain foods or taking supplements. But there is no proof that any special diet or supplement can work against cancer.

Sep 15, 2025 · View PDFs showing the latest portfolio of CTEP-supported cancer clinical trials open or upcoming in the ETCTN (updated monthly). For full functionality, download and open …

The US Population Data File is used for SEER and NPCR incidence rates. Data not available for some combinations of geography, cancer site, age, and race/ethnicity. Suppression is used to …

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network Web site includes information about follow-up care for cancer, along with guidance on making formal survivorship plans.

Only rarely does a common mole turn into melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer. Although common moles are not cancerous, people who have many small moles or several …

Jul 7, 2025 · Since 2011, The Cancer Imaging Archive (TCIA) has provided NCI and the cancer research community with a researcher-focused supply of de-identified and highly curated …